Definition

Not accepted or approved; not allowed or recognized.

Example

Her proposal was unaccepted by the committee after much discussion.

Conversation

I can't believe they turned down my application.

Really? What was their reason for it?

They said my qualifications were unaccepted, which is so frustrating!

That sounds tough, but don't let it get you down; there are plenty of other opportunities.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unaccepted → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "accept" (from Latin "acceptare", meaning to receive or take). The word "unaccepted" means not received or not taken in.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') receiving something ('accept') — that's why unaccepted means something that has not been received.

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